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March 20, 2023
18 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: The minutes list Vice Chair Riley as absent; the closing roll call names him anyway, so that vote shows the count only. The attendance list does not include Michael Riley, who is counted absent.
Present: Andrew Deslaurier, Kimberly Conway, Michael Rosa, John Burrows
Absent: Michael Riley
During the meeting:
- Kimberly Conway took part remotely.
Every vote, in order
Approve the request for (4) 18" x 24" signs on the Town Common for Clean Up Green Up Day from April 8th through April 22nd
MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to approve the request for (4) 18" x 24" signs on the Town Common for Clean Up Green Up Day from April 8th through April 22nd. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to approve the request for (4) 18" x 24" signs on the Town Common for Clean Up Green Up Day from April 8th through April 22nd. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)
Approve the Select Board meeting minutes of February 27, 2023
February 27, 2023 MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of February 27, 2023. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
From the minutes
“February 27, 2023 MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of February 27, 2023. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)
Approve the Select Board meeting minutes of March 6, 2023
March 6, 2023 MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of March 6, 2023. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
From the minutes
“March 6, 2023 MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of March 6, 2023. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)
Appointments
Appoint Michael Rea Jr. to the Board of Registrars for the Democratic Party
Michael Rea Jr. MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to appoint Michael Rea Jr. to the Board of Registrars for the Democratic Party. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
From the minutes
“Michael Rea Jr. MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to appoint Michael Rea Jr. to the Board of Registrars for the Democratic Party. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)
Appoint Justin Damon to the Open Space and Recreation Committee
Justin Damon MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to appoint Justin Damon to the Open Space and Recreation Committee. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
From the minutes
“Justin Damon MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to appoint Justin Damon to the Open Space and Recreation Committee. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)
Approve the application for the Lions Club for a carnival including entertainment and Sunday entertainment of amusement rides, games, food and raffles located at 600 Technology Park Drive, run by...
MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to approve the application for the Lions Club for a carnival including entertainment and Sunday entertainment of amusement rides, games, food and raffles located at 600 Technology Park Drive, run by Fiesta Carnival from May 31st through June 4, 2023 with hours of operation Wednesday-Friday 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM and Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to approve the application for the Lions Club for a carnival including entertainment and Sunday entertainment of amusement rides, games, food and raffles located at 600 Technology Park Drive, run by Fiesta Carnival from May 31st through June 4, 2023 with hours of operation Wednesday-Friday 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM and Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)
Approve the request for (4) 18" x 24" signs in the Town Common from May 14th to June 4th and waive all fees associated with the Lions' Carnival
MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to approve the request for (4) 18" x 24" signs in the Town Common from May 14th to June 4th and waive all fees associated with the Lions' Carnival. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to approve the request for (4) 18" x 24" signs in the Town Common from May 14th to June 4th and waive all fees associated with the Lions' Carnival. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)
Approve the one-day special alcohol license for the Friends of the Billerica Council on Aging for the annual Black Tie Bingo event on March 31, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at 25 Concord Road and...
MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to approve the one-day special alcohol license for the Friends of the Billerica Council on Aging for the annual Black Tie Bingo event on March 31, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at 25 Concord Road and waive all fees. The motion was seconded by Member Burrows and voted 3-0-1. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa abstained from voting, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
Yes: Burrows, Conway, DeslaurierAbstained: Rosa
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to approve the one-day special alcohol license for the Friends of the Billerica Council on Aging for the annual Black Tie Bingo event on March 31, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at 25 Concord Road and waive all fees. The motion was seconded by Member Burrows and voted 3-0-1. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa abstained from voting, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Burrows)
Approve the Billerica Little League Opening Day Parade and Ceremonies on April 22, 2023 starting at 8:00 AM at the Billerica Town Hall to Pollard Field
Billerica Little League - Opening Day Parade and Ceremonies - April 22, 2023 Starting at 8:00 AM at the Billerica Town Hall to Pollard Field MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to approve the Billerica Little League Opening Day Parade and Ceremonies on April 22, 2023 starting at 8:00 AM at the Billerica Town Hall to Pollard Field. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
From the minutes
“Billerica Little League - Opening Day Parade and Ceremonies - April 22, 2023 Starting at 8:00 AM at the Billerica Town Hall to Pollard Field MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to approve the Billerica Little League Opening Day Parade and Ceremonies on April 22, 2023 starting at 8:00 AM at the Billerica Town Hall to Pollard Field. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)
Snow Removal - 279 Boston Road
Recommend Article 1 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented
MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to recommend Article 1 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to recommend Article 1 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)
Recommend Article 2 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented
MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to recommend Article 2 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to recommend Article 2 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)
Recommend Article 3 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented
MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to recommend Article 3 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to recommend Article 3 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)
Recommend Article 21 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented
MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to recommend Article 21 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to recommend Article 21 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)
Recommend Article 23 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented
MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to recommend Article 23 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to recommend Article 23 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)
Recommend Article 24 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented
MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to recommend Article 24 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to recommend Article 24 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)
Recommend Article 28 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented
MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to recommend Article 28 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to recommend Article 28 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)
Recommend Article 29 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented
MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to recommend Article 29 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to recommend Article 29 to the Spring Town Meeting warrant as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)
Adjourn
Meeting Schedule - March 27, 2023 (Financial Working Session), April 3, 2023 and April 24, 2023 MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to adjourn the March 6, 2023 Select Board meeting at 8:55 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Riley voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye.
The minutes name Michael Riley in this vote, but the minutes do not show this member as present. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Meeting Schedule - March 27, 2023 (Financial Working Session), April 3, 2023 and April 24, 2023 MOTION - Secretary Conway made a motion to adjourn the March 6, 2023 Select Board meeting at 8:55 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Conway voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Riley voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Deslaurier voted Aye..” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)
From the Billerica Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (Select Board). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos (the town’s website has no Select Board photos): The Lowell Sun — Michael Riley and Michael Rosa (Peter Currier, March 2026), Jillian Pavidis and Daniel Darris-O’Connor (Peter Currier, March 2025), Dina Favreau (courtesy photo, March 2024). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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